Parunthumpara- Thekkady

Parunthumpara

Parunthumpara is a small village, located between Peermade and Thekkady. The word parunth in the local language means Eagle and para means rock and it is also known as Grampi. It is located at an altitude of 3800 ft above the sea level. It is called Parunthumpara or eagle rock because of a large area around like an eagle. It is 6 km from Peermade, 25 km from Thekkady & 3 km From National Highway- Kottayam – Kumily Road. This area provides a bird's eye view of an endless stretch of green forest land and low-lying areas. This hill station stands out for its sprawling grasslands where the families can enjoy a few quiet moments, away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. A perfect choice for those who wish to have a holiday off the beaten track and to explore the unseen and the unexplored beauty of the pristine forests around, Parunthumpara has been attracting a large number of domestic tourists during weekends. Parunthumpara may not be included in many tourist books and guides because it is very recently only tourists started exploring this area. However, the steep hills also pose a threat to reckless visitors. There are a few deep slopes and one should be careful while visiting Parunthumpara. The District Tourism Promotion Council plans to develop Parunthumpara as a hill station and as a stopover place for tourists who come from Kumarakom to Thekkady. Between the main tourism destinations, there are a few must-see places and Parunthumpara had been identified as one among them. It is very pleasant to view from the top of the hill. From the top of the hill you can see the beauty of other places in Parunthumpara. It is fully covered with abundant a coffee, cardamom and tea plantations which looks like a green carpet on both side of the roads in Parunthumpara.  And it has a thick forest and dozens of rivers where tribal people are residing.  And it is also perfect place for trekking.